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Honda Cr-V Mugen test drive-for all occasions

Clothing often determines the mood. When we have fun, we dress colorfully, when sadly gray, when festively a lot of white. The holiday of my soul began with the anticipation of a new acquaintance. I just wanted to add light and joyful to everyday life. CR-V Mugen met me with a sparkling snow-white smile.
The word exterior for this model sounds definitely rudely, the epithet silhouette is suitable for describing the shape of the body. Smooth aerodynamic lines and ledges give the form elegance. The chrome line of the side glasses, smoothly flowing down and back, creates an image in the style of sport-wrapping. The roof, merging with the rear stand, gives the speakers, and the inclined line of the hood and the front racks, as well as short overhangs allow the air flows gently to go on the body, which, by the way, reduces the noise level in the cabin, the level of fuel consumption and, most importantly, improves Dynamic characteristics.
A large car, even climbing into it is more convenient in the rocking. Having settled down in a driver's seat, I felt like a fragile young lady in a strong male embrace. Inside is full of space, even the interrupted central console will allow you to unnoticed, and without lifting your legs, change places with a passenger without leaving the car. I got the impression that you can safely walk in the cabin
 
For all the immense of space, it was not difficult for me to reach any control element. Once again I caught myself thinking about the ergonomics of the driver's place. Each time, being behind the wheel of any of the representatives of Honda, I understood that it was really convenient for me and as if everyone knew my hands intuitively stretching to the control buttons without distracting my eyes from the road. And CR-V is no exception, but only confirmation of this rule.
There is nothing superfluous in the dashboard. Round heel of the tachometer and speedometer surround the rectangle of the on -board computer monitor. The manufacturer offers as constant information the current fuel consumption, odometer indicators, the average fuel consumption, temperature overboard, door, seat belts, etc., as well as fuel levels in the tank and oil temperature in the engine. Personally, as a user, all this information is constantly needed, and I was very happy that I did not have to look for it.
The severity of the lines, expensive black plastic and metal elements in contrast give the interior a business character. But most of all I was impressed by the idea of \u200b\u200bseparating the central console. In its front part, everything is as usual: deflectors, control units of the audio system and a double-zone climate control, with liquid crystalline displays for each. Below a miniature automatic transmission handle. By the way, a new 5-speed automatic box is adaptive and adapts to driving style, choosing an optimal switching algorithm. The adaptation occurs due to the electronic control of the throttle damper, which provides optimal synchronization of the transmission and engine.
Between the seats the console resumes. In this part, a parking brake and boxing with sections for cup holders, trifles and a separation for storage of 24 CDs are carried out. There is also a 12 W outlet and a USB port.
All of the above can be visible to the eye immediately, but in the new design there are hidden elements. For example, a place for a mobile phone or something that should be removed from prying eyes is hidden in the niche of the central console. A mirror for communication is hidden next to the rear -view mirror - a very useful thing for drivers. The front seats became wider and more convenient. The driver’s place was provided with adjustments in eight directions and support for the lower back.
I paid special attention to the luggage department. In the standard state, a capacity of 556 liters. It seems ordinary in appearance, but when you begin to put something in it as in the abyss and there is a lot of space. Most of all, as a practical woman, I was pleased with the strong removable luggage regiment, she withstands 10 kg, divides into zones and facilitates access to the right things during a long trip. And most importantly, nothing jumps around the trunk. An important metamorphosis occurs when the need for cargo transportation occurs by the possibilities of 955 (!) Liters with completely folded seats. If you decide to move, CR-V Mugen can transport all your values \u200b\u200baccumulated for years.
Speed, or rather, the ease of acceleration has become another joy. Easy, without stranging, evenly and confidently, the I-VTEC engine, a volume of 2.4 liters, with a capacity of 166 hp. In the EXECUTIVE LEATHER configuration, it accelerates 1.7 tons in seconds (11 seconds at the application of the manufacturer).
Mugen Motorsports (M-TEC) Japanese company formed in 1973. The word mugen translates as without borders. For more than 20 years, Mugen produces spare parts and accessories for Honda cars. For a modern lineup, it offers a wide range of products exhaust systems, suspension elements, brakes, interior design and aerodynamic body kit. In close cooperation with Honda, Mugen is also engaged in sports refinement of cars and sets them in competitions, for example, at the Japanese championship of the Super GT series. In addition, the company produces spare parts for owners of serial cars who want to increase the performance of their cars or simply individualize their design.
Manageability is also on top: I did not have time to think and set the trajectory of movement is executed. It was only then that I read that the engineers lowered the center of gravity CR-V by 35 mm, made certain changes in the geometry of the suspension and steering, increased the track, which gave the city SUV a sports character. The whole secret of the engine is that it is equipped with an opening system of inlet valves (VTC) and a system for changing the height of the valve lift (I-VTEC), which contributes to a significant increase in torque and power and a decrease in fuel consumption.
Fuel consumption is also greatly affected by all -wheel drive. So CR-V Mugen is especially selective. In the usual mode, the Real Time 4 WD system only operates on the front wheels, but when they begin to lose adhesion to the road, the system automatically transfers power to the rear ones. And since all -wheel drive is turned on only when it is necessary, fuel consumption is significantly reduced. During the test in the city cycle, I observed a consumption of 15.6 liters per 100 km. This is taking into account the sharp acceleration and crawling through the curbs.
Of course, you can describe for a long time the superiority of the dynamics of the sedan, the speed of the sports car and the functionality of the SUV. You can talk for a long time about security, aerodynamics and economy. In the new Honda CR-V Mugen, I did not find something to complain about. This model is suitable for any nature or goal - a machine for all occasions and I like it.
The cost of the Honda CR-V Mugen in the basic configuration 2.0 Comfort 6MT is 1,066,425 rubles, in the maximum configuration of 2.4 Executive At LEATHE 1 328 975 rubles.
 

 
 

 

Source: Business car club